1. Introduction

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website DeedPollRegister.ie (“the Website”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should not use the Website.

2. Description of Service

The Website provides a searchable database of name changes enrolled in the Deed Poll Register of the Central Office of the High Court of Ireland. Each record displays the individual’s former name, new name, and date of enrolment. The Website also provides general information about the Deed Poll process in Ireland.

3. Data Accuracy and Disclaimer

The data presented on this Website is provided on a best efforts basis.

While we take reasonable care to ensure that the information displayed is accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or representations, express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or currency of any data on this Website. The information is compiled from publicly available records and may contain errors, omissions, or delays in updating.

For legal purposes, users should verify all information by consulting the original records available on the Courts Service website at courts.ie, or by attending the Central Office of the High Court in person.

We accept no liability for any loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from reliance on information published on this Website.

4. No Legal Advice

The information provided on this Website, including the guides to the Deed Poll process and the guide to changing your name on official documents, is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such.

If you require legal advice in relation to a name change or any related matter, you should consult a qualified solicitor.

5. Intellectual Property

The design, layout, text, graphics, and other content of this Website (excluding the Deed Poll Register data, which is public record) are owned by or licensed to DeedPollRegister.ie and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or otherwise use any content from this Website without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial purposes.

6. Use of the Website

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of, the Website by any third party. You must not:

• Use the Website for any unlawful purpose.
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Website, the server on which it is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to the Website.
• Use the data obtained from the Website for harassment, stalking, or any form of abuse directed at individuals whose records appear on the register.
• Scrape, harvest, or otherwise systematically extract data from the Website by automated means without our prior written consent.
• Use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair it.

7. Public Record Data

The Deed Poll Register data published on this Website is a matter of public record, published in accordance with the procedures of the Courts Service of Ireland. The inclusion of any individual’s data on this Website reflects its status as a public record. Queries or concerns regarding the public register should be directed to the Courts Service at courts.ie.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• The Website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind.
• We exclude all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Website.
• We are not liable for any errors or omissions in the content of the Deed Poll Register as displayed on this Website.
• We do not guarantee that the Website will be available at all times or that it will be free from errors or viruses.

9. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including official government websites such as courts.ie, citizensinformation.ie, and ndls.ie. These links are provided for your convenience and do not signify our endorsement of those websites. We have no control over and accept no responsibility for the content or privacy practices of third-party websites.

10. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless DeedPollRegister.ie, its partners, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in connection with your use of the Website or any breach of these Terms.

11. Amendments

We reserve the right to update or amend these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the amended Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ireland. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or the use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ireland.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: privacy@deedpollregister.ie